In April 1986, the Chernobyl nuclear disaster changed the course of millions of lives across Ukraine, Belarus, and beyond. For many children, the invisible threat of radiation exposure would not reveal its devastating effects until decades later. I was one of those children.

I was born just 217 kilometers from the Chernobyl nuclear power station. At only three years old, I had no idea of the danger that surrounded us. The Soviet government at the time concealed the truth about the disaster, leaving families to live, grow, and breathe in silence. By the time news began to spread more openly under Mikhail Gorbachev’s leadership, it was already too late. The consequences had set in motion.

Growing up, I faced health struggles that were difficult to explain. Heavy metals and toxins remained inside my body for decades, eroding my immune system. I lived much of my early life unaware of the root cause of my suffering.

A Life-Changing Diagnosis

In 2019, at the age of 35, I began experiencing frightening neurological symptoms: severe headaches, vomiting, and sudden loss of peripheral vision. Alarmed, I rushed to undergo a brain MRI. The results revealed a 10-centimeter brain tumor.

I was fortunate to find Dr. Gary Steinberg, one of the world’s leading neurosurgeons, based in the United States. His skill and expertise saved my life. The surgery was successful, but my health journey was far from over.

Just nine months later, COVID-19 struck me hard, aggravating neurological issues and leaving me debilitated for years. Misdiagnoses followed, including an incorrect label of chronic migraine, while in reality I was battling chronic fatigue and a cascade of immune dysfunction triggered by heavy metals and long-standing infections.

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A Turning Point

By mid-2025, desperate for relief, I reached out to my best friend Elena, also originally from Ukraine, who had endured similar struggles for more than two decades. She directed me to Dr. Erica Lehman in Los Angeles, a physician specializing in complex immune and neurological disorders.

Dr. Lehman conducted extensive testing and uncovered the underlying causes of my condition. Intensive intravenous antibiotic therapy brought some relief, though side effects were significant. Still, the progress gave me hope.

Then came an unexpected breakthrough: Dr. Lehman suggested I pursue a pioneering treatment in Vienna, Austria, at the Biocannovea Clinic, renowned for its innovative approach to detoxification and immune restoration.

The Biocannovea Experience

After a video consultation with the Biocannovea team, I traveled to Vienna to begin treatment. There, I underwent HHO therapy, a process that uses controlled hyperthermia—raising body temperature up to 40°C—to eliminate infections and revitalize the immune system. Because of my prior brain surgery, my therapy required a modified approach with lower temperatures, repeated in two stages.

The results were remarkable. Within just three days, my mind felt clearer, my energy began to return, and I experienced a lightness I had not felt in years. This was the beginning of true healing.

My journey is ongoing. The next stage involves carefully detoxifying my body and preparing for advanced regenerative treatments, including stem cell therapy. But for the first time in decades, I see a path toward lasting health and vitality.

A Message of Hope

I share my story not as medical advice, but as a testimony to resilience, innovation, and the power of seeking answers beyond conventional paths. I have explored many world-renowned clinics, including La Prairie in Switzerland, yet it was Biocannovea that finally unlocked the key to my recovery.

For those struggling with unexplained fatigue, neurological issues, or the lingering effects of toxins and infections, I encourage exploration and open-mindedness. Healing is possible, even after years of suffering.

Health is the foundation of life. My journey from Chernobyl’s shadow to renewed hope in Vienna is proof that even in the face of immense adversity, science, courage, and persistence can pave the way to recovery.

Stay resilient. Stay hopeful. Stay healthy.

Biocannovea Ambassador,

Marina Acton